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Bigly Listicle Of Banished Words For 2017 Unveiled

5:02pm January 02, 2017

Lake Superior State University has released its annual list of banished words for 2017. John R. Shibley, who curates the list, talks about the bete noires that made the bigly listicle of guesstimates.

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New York's East Village Ushers In New Year With Feast Of Language

4:28pm January 02, 2017

by Tom Vitale

The Poetry Project celebrates its 50th year of supporting contemporary poets. For the 43rd time, it held a marathon poetry reading on New Year's Day at St. Mark's Church-In-The Bowery.

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Having Thick Skin Is A 'Survival Technique,' Says Comic Jeff Ross

3:03pm January 02, 2017

Ross says he learned to "dish it out and take it" as a kid in Newark, NJ. He likens celebrity roasts to "a party where everybody goes and has a good time." Originally broadcast Sept. 13, 2016.

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A trajinera called Rosalinda carries a family along the Xochimilco canals in Mexico city. The borough and its canals are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Mexico City, A Technicolor Borough Serves Up Tasty Street Foods — On Water

9:52am January 02, 2017

by Alex Zaragoza

The ancient canals of Mexico City's Xochimilco borough are packed with colorful barges, centuries-old floating gardens, and boats selling an array of local street foods.

Actor and activist Jesse Williams says he believes his efforts are making a difference but gives credit to those who inspire him, among them black women and the black LGBTQ community.

Actor And Activist Jesse Williams: 'I'm Certain I'm Making A Difference'

3:32pm January 01, 2017

by NPR Staff

The Grey's Anatomy co-star tells NPR's Michel Martin he's seen the effects of his actions in the public consciousness and discourse. He says he's inspired by black women and the black LGBTQ community.

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William Christopher, far right, was best known for his role as Father Mulcahy on the 1970s TV show M*A*S*H. He died Saturday in California at the age of 84.

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'MAS*H' Actor William Christopher Dies At 84

2:50pm January 01, 2017

by Maggie Penman

The actor, who was best known for his role as Father Mulcahy on the television sitcom M*A*S*H, died after a battle with lung cancer.

In The Market For A New Year's Resolution? Let Us Sell You Some Ideas

12:23pm January 01, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

You've already tried exercising, drinking water or eating better. This year, resolve to make room for joy — not just self-improvement — with compliments, meditation or home cooking.

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'Midnight Without A Moon' Fictionalizes Civil Rights Moment Through Eyes Of A Teen

9:11am January 01, 2017

One of the most tragic moments in civil rights history, the murder of Emmett Till, unfolds from the viewpoint of a young girl in Linda Williams Jackson's new YA novel. She talks to NPR's Ailsa Chang.

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Carrie Fisher, The Novelist

8:58am January 01, 2017

Carrie Fisher's well known for her acting and comedy. NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Weekend Edition books editor Barrie Hardymon about why we should remember Fisher as not just a Hollywood star.

From Bill Clinton To Trump, The Impersonator That Keeps On Giving

8:53am January 01, 2017

Tim Watters made a career for himself impersonating Bill Clinton. That impersonation has become less relevant, but lucky for him, the 2016 election presented him with some new material: Donald Trump.